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Wheat Berry Salad with Red and Green Onions

3.9

(14)

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 cup wheat berries*
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 green onions, minced
1 carrot, peeled, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add wheat berries, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Drain.

    Step 2

    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add red onion; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Add 4 tablespoons oil, then vinegar; whisk to blend.

    Step 3

    Toss wheat berries, green onions, carrot and bell pepper in large bowl. Pour dressing over; toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)

    Step 4

    *Available at natural foods stores.

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